Controller
Education Requirement
- Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Accounting or equivalent course of study.
Experience Required
- Minimum 7 years of related progressive professional experience with degree to include:
- Previous experience as an Assistant Controller or Controller in a similar sized institution or a combination of public accounting and corporate FP&A roles.
- 2+ years of experience managing a small professional staff.
- Demonstrated ability to perform period accounting close and prepare financial statements and supporting managerial schedules.
- Demonstrated ability in budget development and reporting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of MS Excel spreadsheets including the ability to extract financial data from various accounting and information systems to develop reports and perform analyses, sometimes with large datasets.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience with ERP systems and/or invoicing and inventory applications.
- Experience with Oracle budgeting and SmartView or similar budget applications.
- Experience with book and tax depreciation, tax accounting.
- Master of Accounting and/or public accounting experience and/or CPA certification a plus.
Application and Position Details
- In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.
Benefits Highlights
- Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
